Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Rampage 38 Express 2012 vs Rampage 41 Express 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Rampage 38 Express 2012 against a modified vee Rampage 41 Express 2010 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Rampage 41 Express 2010 measures 41,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 4,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Rampage 38 Express 2012 at 36,9 feet (2012). At 24 lbs and 3 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
Both boats are rated for 12 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Rampage 41 Express 2010 at 41,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Rampage 38 Express 2012 at 36,9 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model38 Express
Model41 Express
Model Year2012
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters4.19
Beam - Meters4.88
Beam - Inches165
Beam - Inches192
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 10 ft. 3 in. Upper Station: 18 ft. 3 in. Tuna Tower: 20 ft. 3 in
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 10 ft. 3 in. Upper Station: 18 ft. 3 in. Tuna Tower: 20 ft. 3 in
Bridge clearance - Meters6.17
Bridge clearance - Meters6.17
Bridge clearance - Inches243
Bridge clearance - Inches243
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise12℃
Draft [max] - Detail42 in
Draft [max] - Detail48 in
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Meters1.22
Draft [max] - Inches42
Draft [max] - Inches48
Weight - Detail24,000 lbs
Weight - Detail30,000 lbs
Weight - kg10886.21
Weight - kg13607.76
Weight - lbs.24
Weight - lbs.3
Length - Feet36.92
Length - Feet41
Length overall - DetailHull: 36 ft. 11 in. With Integrated Pulpit: 39 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail41 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Meters12.04
Length overall - Meters12.65
Length overall - Inches474
Length overall - Inches498
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches6
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]44 ft
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail512 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail700 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1938.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters2649.79
Fuel tank capacity - Gal512
Fuel tank capacity - Gal7
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Operational Info
Headroom7 ft
Headroom6 ft. 7 in
Sleeping capacity4 adults
Sleeping capacity6 adults
Water capacity60 gal
Water capacity100 gal
Holding tank capacity - Detail39 gal
Holding tank capacity - Detail53 gal
Holding tank capacity - Liters147.63
Holding tank capacity - Liters200.63
Holding tank capacity - Gal39
Holding tank capacity - Gal53